Drumline Live at Mattie Kelly Arts Center on Wednesday

By Special to the Daily News

Published: Monday, November 5, 2012 at 11:18 AM.

NICEVILLE — Kicking off its fourth packed-house USA tour, Drumline Live will “parade out of the football stadium and onto the stage” of the Mattie Kelly Arts Center at Northwest Florida State College at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday.

With riveting rhythms, bold beats and ear-grabbing energy, Drumline Live is a synchronized musical and athletic showcase based in the historically black college/university tradition of the show-style marching band.

The versatile cast of musicians and dancers have honed their precision and energy with years of training in marching band programs across the southern United States, bringing rave reviews wherever they perform. The show features an explosive mix of sounds – from contemporary hip hop, R&B, and classic Motown tunes to the rousing sounds of the great brass tradition.

Tickets for Drumline Live are on sale for $35 each or $30 each for groups of 10 or more tickets purchased together. For tickets, contact the Mattie Kelly Arts Center box office at 729-6000 or 1-888-838-ARTS (2787) 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday or purchase online at www.mattiekellyartscenter.org.

Large group sales, such as schools, should contact Jeanette Shires, associate director of the Mattie Kelly Arts Center, at 729-6004 for personal assistance. There is a $2 per ticket box office processing fee.

The Mattie Kelly Arts Center is a performing arts venue on the Niceville campus of NWF State College at 100 College Blvd.
Drumline Live was created by Don Roberts – the executive band consultant responsible for training the actors, writing the precision drills, and rehearsing the band for the Twentieth Century Fox hit movie, “Drumline.”

The program includes:
Africa - The ancient rhythms of the world’s first drummers fly on the wings of time, re-invented in the sound and fury of a new band of musicians.

Drum Major/Shout It Out - Nobody can sit still when these all-star musicians and dancers strut their stuff.

American Soul - Some call it Motown. Some call it soul. Revel in the sweet, smooth sounds that defined an American musical genre with songs made famous by some of the greatest recording artists of all time.

The King - Be prepared to “Beat It” with Drumline Live, as they give you a “Thriller” highlight reel from the King of Pop, featuring choreographed renditions of “Smooth Criminal” and “Billie Jean.”

Street Beat - This team of drummers is fast with their sticks and just as fast on their feet.

Swingin’ - If you dig the sounds of the Big Bands, you’ve come to the right place.

Halftime - The sound and style of the Historically Black College and University marching bands is legendary. Enjoy this tribute to the iconic halftime extravaganza made famous by HBCU bands from across America.

Ultimate Drum Battle - The one-on-one battle of some of the best drummers you have ever seen. The audience will decide the winner.

HBCU Drumline - The bass drums sound like Thunder, the flash of the cymbals is like lighting. The HBCU Drumline is an explosion of power and Precision.

Funky Footwork - Nothing can prepare you for the dazzling choreography of the HBCU dance routine and musical selections that highlight the best of the ’80s and ’90s hip-hop.

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NICEVILLE — Kicking off its fourth packed-house USA tour, Drumline Live will “parade out of the football stadium and onto the stage” of the Mattie Kelly Arts Center at Northwest Florida State College at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday.

With riveting rhythms, bold beats and ear-grabbing energy, Drumline Live is a synchronized musical and athletic showcase based in the historically black college/university tradition of the show-style marching band.

The versatile cast of musicians and dancers have honed their precision and energy with years of training in marching band programs across the southern United States, bringing rave reviews wherever they perform. The show features an explosive mix of sounds – from contemporary hip hop, R&B, and classic Motown tunes to the rousing sounds of the great brass tradition.

Tickets for Drumline Live are on sale for $35 each or $30 each for groups of 10 or more tickets purchased together. For tickets, contact the Mattie Kelly Arts Center box office at 729-6000 or 1-888-838-ARTS (2787) 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday or purchase online at www.mattiekellyartscenter.org.

Large group sales, such as schools, should contact Jeanette Shires, associate director of the Mattie Kelly Arts Center, at 729-6004 for personal assistance. There is a $2 per ticket box office processing fee.

The Mattie Kelly Arts Center is a performing arts venue on the Niceville campus of NWF State College at 100 College Blvd.
Drumline Live was created by Don Roberts – the executive band consultant responsible for training the actors, writing the precision drills, and rehearsing the band for the Twentieth Century Fox hit movie, “Drumline.”

The program includes:
Africa - The ancient rhythms of the world’s first drummers fly on the wings of time, re-invented in the sound and fury of a new band of musicians.

Drum Major/Shout It Out - Nobody can sit still when these all-star musicians and dancers strut their stuff.

American Soul - Some call it Motown. Some call it soul. Revel in the sweet, smooth sounds that defined an American musical genre with songs made famous by some of the greatest recording artists of all time.

The King - Be prepared to “Beat It” with Drumline Live, as they give you a “Thriller” highlight reel from the King of Pop, featuring choreographed renditions of “Smooth Criminal” and “Billie Jean.”

Street Beat - This team of drummers is fast with their sticks and just as fast on their feet.

Swingin’ - If you dig the sounds of the Big Bands, you’ve come to the right place.

Halftime - The sound and style of the Historically Black College and University marching bands is legendary. Enjoy this tribute to the iconic halftime extravaganza made famous by HBCU bands from across America.

Ultimate Drum Battle - The one-on-one battle of some of the best drummers you have ever seen. The audience will decide the winner.

HBCU Drumline - The bass drums sound like Thunder, the flash of the cymbals is like lighting. The HBCU Drumline is an explosion of power and Precision.

Funky Footwork - Nothing can prepare you for the dazzling choreography of the HBCU dance routine and musical selections that highlight the best of the ’80s and ’90s hip-hop.